Lawrence Klunck
Houston,Texas
Summary
Resourceful Distribution Manager versed in warehouse operations and logistics. Possessing exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Willing to go extra mile to meet tight deadlines and reach company goals.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Manager
Borden Dairy Company
Houston, Texas
12.2015 - 05.2018
- Hired, trained and evaluated 152 distribution techs to meet department targets
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes
- Managed annual freight budget of $20M
- Drafted and reported monthly and annual sales, P&L and staff performance to inform management
Division Logistics Manager
Dean Foods/Oak Farms Dairy
Houston, TX
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Over 250 associates in 20 distribution locations in S Texas
- Part of Leadership Team for the division
- Responsible for two production facilities, Houston & San Antonio
- Managed customer service & operating budget of $35M
Regional Director & Senior Manager
Dean Foods SE
Charlotte, NC
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Managed 8 SE states with over 100 distribution locations with over 1000 associates
- 300 Million in operating budget
- Increased efficiency and effectively supervised team members to ensure optimal productivity
- Identified and solved complex strategy obstacles to promote growth and guide business direction
- Documented safety action plans, quality initiatives, and team performance
Distribution Manager
Dean Foods/Reiter Dairy
Springfield, OH
09.2004 - 12.2007
- Assessed and targeted customer needs to forge and cultivate productive relationships and maintain top satisfaction levels
- Delivered substantial cost savings by securing discounts from third-party logistics services providers
- Led value-added customer service team that consistently over-delivered on customer expectations
Special Projects Coordinator
Blue Bell Creameries
Brenham, TX
03.2002 - 08.2004
- Delivered expert clerical support to internal staff and management by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements
- Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information
- Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills
- Strategically distributed administrative tasks amongst eight staff and provided guidance to promote performance
Regional Manager
Dean Foods Co
El Paso, TX
09.1991 - 02.2002
- Sourced suppliers and negotiated advantageous rates on track with company's budget and goals
- Implemented strategic plans as well as contributed to evaluation and analysis of business objectives
- Drafted and reported monthly and annual sales, P&L and staff performance to inform management
- Monitored and managed stock levels, delivery times and transportation costs to adhere to clients' specifications
Distribution Manager
Dean Foods/Verifine Dairy
Sheyboygan, WI
09.1976 - 09.1991
- Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals
- Directed logistics operations, including shipping and receiving of dairy products
- Prepared updated shipment reports for executives and clients
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes
Education
High School Diploma -
Sheboygan North High School
Sheboygan, WI05.1971
Skills
- Supply chain distribution
- Supply chain optimization
- Distribution and warehousing
- Staff management
- Staff supervision
- Safety and compliance
- Cost reduction
- DOT regulations
- Asset utilization
- Training and Mentoring skills
- Budget & P/L Analysis
- Liberty Mutual Safety Training Class
- Union Avoidance Seminar
- Financial & Budget Management
- XATA & Peoplenet on Board Computer Seminar
Timeline
Distribution Manager
Borden Dairy Company
12.2015 - 05.2018
Division Logistics Manager
Dean Foods/Oak Farms Dairy
01.2013 - 05.2015
Regional Director & Senior Manager
Dean Foods SE
01.2008 - 01.2013
Distribution Manager
Dean Foods/Reiter Dairy
09.2004 - 12.2007
Special Projects Coordinator
Blue Bell Creameries
03.2002 - 08.2004
Regional Manager
Dean Foods Co
09.1991 - 02.2002
Distribution Manager
Dean Foods/Verifine Dairy
09.1976 - 09.1991
High School Diploma -
Sheboygan North High School
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